Correct Answer :   Ram Nath Kovind

The committee, headed by former President Ram Nath Kovind, was set up by the Union government to examine the feasibility of holding simultaneous elections.

The report suggests eighteen constitutional amendments to achieve synchronized elections for Lok Sabha, state assemblies, and local bodies.

Kovind's committee submitted its proposal, which was later cleared by the Union Cabinet.

This move aims to streamline the electoral process, reduce election frequency, and save time and resources. The proposed bill is expected to be introduced in the upcoming winter session of Parliament.

Correct Answer :   Kerala

A suspected case of monkeypox was reported from the Malappuram district in Kerala after a man, who had returned from abroad, showed symptoms such as fever and rash.

The man was initially admitted to a private hospital, and his samples were sent to Kozhikode Medical College for testing to confirm the suspected monkeypox infection.

This case is notable as it occurs amidst other health concerns in the region, including containment zones established following a Nipah virus-related death. The situation highlights Kerala's vigilance in managing emerging health threats.